Cleveland C14568 Screw Machine Drill Bit No. 32 Cobalt

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C14568 is a cobalt screw machine length drill bit designed for high-speed, short-hole drilling in demanding production environments. Built to M42 cobalt material grade, it delivers strong heat and wear resistance when cutting through tough workpiece materials. The bit measures 0.116 inches in diameter with an overall length of 1.875 inches and features a 135-degree split point that reduces walking and requires no center punch. Two spiral flutes provide efficient chip evacuation. A web-thinned, parallel-web configuration reduces thrust and supports consistent entry in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Licensed HVAC techs, machinists, and metalworking professionals reach for this bit for close-tolerance production drilling.

The C14568 is rated for use on alloy steel and aluminum workpieces, making it a practical choice for general metalworking, precision machining, and light manufacturing applications. Its screw machine length profile fits standard drill press chucks, CNC machining centers, and hand-held power drills without adapter. The straight cylindrical shank seats securely in both keyless and keyed chucks. Series 2133 construction conforms to ASME B94.11M and DIN 1897 standards, supporting use in shops where dimensional compliance is required. Right-hand cutting direction is standard for conventional clockwise-spindle machines.

Key Features

• M42 cobalt construction for heat resistance during high-speed metal cutting
• 135-degree split point reduces thrust and eliminates the need for center punching
• Web-thinned parallel web lowers cutting resistance and improves hole entry
• Screw machine length body at 1.875 inches OAL provides rigidity in production drilling setups
• Diameter tolerance of plus 0.0000 to minus 0.0005 inches supports close-tolerance applications
• Conforms to ASME B94.11M and DIN 1897 for dimensional compliance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style screw machine length drill bit suitable for standard keyed and keyless chucks on drill presses, CNC machining centers, and hand-held power drills accepting a 0.116-inch straight cylindrical shank. Rated for alloy steel and aluminum workpiece materials.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists or metalworking professionals familiar with drill press and CNC spindle operation. Secure the shank fully in the chuck and verify runout before beginning a drilling cycle. Power down and de-energize the machine before changing or inspecting any tooling. Follow all applicable shop safety protocols and machine manufacturer guidelines for spindle speed and feed rate selection.